Toho Maru Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Toho maru Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		0 30 S,118 26 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: -0.500000
  • Longitude: 118.433333
Water Depth 2300 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Approximate Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name TOHO MARU
Type tanker
Flag JP
Length 152.4 m
Width 19.8 m
Draught 11.3
Tonnage 9987
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Mar 29, 1943
Original Detection Year 1943
Original Source other
Surveying Details 4.9.95 VESSEL SUNK IN 003000S, 1182600E APPROX. (US SUBMARINE ATTACKS DURING WWII). NCA. FOR FILING ONLY.
Last Amended Date Nov 1, 2003

Circumstances of loss

VESSEL, BUILT 1936 BY KAWASAKI DOCKYARD. OWNED AT TIME OF LOSS BY IINO SHOJI K.K. TORPEDOED & SUNK BY THE US SUBMARINE 'GUDGEON' OFF SAMARINDA, BORNEO. (DODS).

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FAQ

Where is the TOHO MARU wreck located?

The TOHO MARU wreck is located at coordinates 0 30 S,118 26 E.

How deep is the seabed around the TOHO MARU?

The seabed around the TOHO MARU lies at approximately 2300 meters deep.

When did the TOHO MARU sink?

The TOHO MARU sank on Mar 29, 1943.

When was the wreck of the TOHO MARU discovered?

The wreck of the TOHO MARU was discovered in 1943.

What country did the TOHO MARU belong to?

The TOHO MARU belonged to JP.

What was the tonnage of the TOHO MARU?

The TOHO MARU had a tonnage of 9987 tons.

What type of wreck is the TOHO MARU?

The TOHO MARU is classified as a tanker.

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